Hey there, sports fans! Let me dive into the exciting world of the CFL Global Draft and introduce you to the newest addition to the Calgary Stampeders – Fraser Masin. The Stampeders kicked off their draft day with a bang by selecting the talented Australian punter as the first overall pick.
Now, let’s talk about Masin. This Aussie sensation honed his skills over three seasons at the University of Mississippi before catching the eye of Calgary’s scouting team. In his final year at Ole Miss, Masin showcased his punting prowess by averaging an impressive 46.6 yards on 36 punts.
“Masin averaged 46.6 yards on 36 punts with multiple kicks exceeding 50 yards.”
Not only did he have a strong leg, but Masin also displayed precision and finesse, pinning opponents inside the 20-yard line on numerous occasions. His stellar performance earned him a spot as a semi-finalist for the prestigious Ray Guy Award, recognizing college football’s top punter.
“He was recognized as a semi-finalist for the esteemed Ray Guy Award.”
Before making waves in North American football, Masin dabbled in various sports back home in Australia, including Australian-rules football, basketball, and volleyball at St. Joseph’s Nudgee College in Brisbane. His diverse athletic background undoubtedly contributed to his success on the gridiron.
But Masin wasn’t the only standout player in this year’s Global Draft. The Winnipeg Blue Bombers made a strategic move by acquiring British defensive lineman Kemari Munier-Bailey with the second overall pick from Weber State University. Meanwhile, the Edmonton Elks secured Nigerian linebacker Richard Jibunor from Troy University as their third pick.
As excitement builds up for Calgary fans, stay tuned for more action as they gear up to make their mark during tonight’s CFL Draft event at 6 p.m. ET. You can catch all the action live on TSN and other platforms covering rounds one and two with expert commentary and analysis.
So there you have it – a glimpse into how Fraser Masin became Calgary’s latest star player and an overview of some other notable picks from this year’s draft class. Get ready to witness these rising talents hit the field and make their mark on Canadian football history!
